If you've found a tick embedded in your skin, your first thought is probably to remove it and your second thought is probably "what kind of tick bit me?" Ticks are not just a nuisance—they also pose serious health risks. It is important to know what kind of tick bit...

Wondering what kind of tick bit you? Tick season is in full swing, and the tick population appears to be booming across the country. If you spend time outdoors this spring or summer, you’re at risk of being bitten by a troublesome tick. These tiny critters are not...

Mosquito Squad wants to help protect your squad from mosquitoes this season! This is your chance to enter to win a full season of America's #1 mosquito elimination solution: the original Mosquito Squad Protective Barrier Treatment. Maybe you've wondered how...

As demonstrated by the viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge that raised over $100 million for ALS research in 2014, sometimes it takes a catchy and exciting social media challenge to get the word out about a serious issue. That’s what the Lyme Disease Challenge -- aka Take...

If you've visited or lived in DC for any length of time during spring, summer, or fall you know the bugs can be relentless. But have you ever wondered exactly why the DC mosquitoes are so bad? Here's what you need to know about why mosquitoes are so prevalent in DC....

When you’re outside trying to enjoy a nice sunny day, getting an itchy red mosquito bite is pretty annoying. But, if you scratch it too much it can get infected, or perhaps you have extremely sensitive skin that is already prone to marks and bruises....

Mosquitoes may be smarter than we think! If you think this sounds hokey.... the Virginia Tech Hokies have uncovered some startling findings when it comes to mosquitoes. A team of scientists at the Fralin Life Science Institute at Virginia Tech have been conducting...